TJ Taylor

TJ Taylor is an accomplished community-building and growth expert in consumer technology, with pivotal roles at Raya (Employee #1 and Director of Community Development) and Dispo (VP of Community Growth). His expertise spans crafting tailored community strategies, scaling platforms while maintaining brand integrity, and identifying viral tactics for user acquisition and retention in both exclusive and open social networks. justgogrind+2

Transitioning from operational leadership, Taylor has become a Founding General Partner at Hobart Ventures, an $8 million early-stage fund dedicated to consumer startups. His investment philosophy is rooted in being a community-centric, hands-on partner to founders, leveraging his extensive operational background to support businesses building towards long-term impact and prioritizing efficiency. He actively seeks opportunities in AI-enabled personalization, home improvement, travel, and products that foster real-life interactions, viewing consumer tech as a constantly evolving sector. techcrunch+2

With an entrepreneurial spirit, TJ Taylor co-founded Punditt.co, a stock app, and later founded Hobart Consulting Co., a startup consultancy. His career demonstrates a consistent drive to build and support early-stage ventures, from his early roles in operations and product management to his current position as a venture capitalist. quora+3